Checkerboard Gemstones
Browse our selection of natural checkerboard gemstones featuring unique faceting that enhances brilliance and visual depth.
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Bi-color Checkerboard Gemstones
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Black Checkerboard Gemstones
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Blue Checkerboard Gemstones
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Brown Checkerboard Gemstones
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Golden Checkerboard Gemstones
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Gray
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Green Checkerboard Gemstones
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Multicolor Checkerboard Gemstones
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Orange Checkerboard Gemstones
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Pink Checkerboard Gemstones
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Purple Checkerboard Gemstones
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Red Checkerboard Gemstones
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Turquoise
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Violet Checkerboard Gemstones
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White Checkerboard Gemstones
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Yellow Checkerboard Gemstones
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25.42ctw Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent
20 mm (calibrated)
$ 55.69
2.40ctw White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent
6.9 x 6 mm
$ 47.01
4.11ctw Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VS
8 mm (calibrated)
$ 6.76
1.19ct Multicolor Labradorite, Oval, Translucent
7.1 x 6.2 mm
$ 2.37
12.85ct Purple Kunzite, Oval, VS
15.2 x 11.7 mm
$ 281.57
4.05ctw Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VS
8 mm (calibrated)
$ 6.66
38.30ct Green Moss Agate, Baguette, Translucent
26.6 x 21.4 mm
$ 30.52
18.76ct Violet Amethyst, Round, VVS
18 mm (calibrated)
$ 130.79
1.06ctw Green Peridot, Marquise, VVS-VS
8.2 x 4.1 mm
$ 9.30
0.84ct Yellow Citrine, Marquise, VS
9.1 x 5 mm
$ 6.69
23.31ct Multicolor Labradorite, Oval, Opaque
24.6 x 19.3 mm
$ 20.90
1.34ctw White Rainbow Moonstone, Heart, Transparent
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
$ 44.06
0.92ctw Violet Amethyst, Oval, VS
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
$ 7.33
10.69ct Black Onyx, Pear Shape, Opaque
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
$ 10.65
10.51ct Black Onyx, Pear Shape, Opaque
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
$ 10.47
3.03ctw Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS
8 mm (calibrated)
$ 23.24
0.44ct Green Peridot, Oval, VVS-VS
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
$ 7.89
3.66ctw Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VS
8 mm (calibrated)
$ 8.02
1.93ct Brown Smoky Quartz, Cushion, VVS-VS
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
$ 13.45
23.03ct Multicolor Labradorite, Oval, Opaque
32.4 x 19.6 mm
$ 20.65
2.00ctw Golden Citrine, Cushion, VVS-VS
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
$ 14.94
29.47ct Black Nuummite, Oval, Opaque
25.5 x 19.4 mm
$ 123.35
1.84ct Violet Amethyst, Heart, VVS
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
$ 12.83
17.54ctw Black Onyx, Pear Shape, Opaque
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
$ 17.47
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Natural Checkerboard Gemstones
Our natural checkerboard gemstones feature a distinctive faceting style with a grid-like pattern across the crown. This unique cut enhances brilliance and gives each gemstone a lively sparkle, making them popular choices for modern jewelry designs.
What is a Checkerboard Cut?
The checkerboard cut is a gemstone faceting style characterized by numerous small square facets arranged in a grid pattern on the top surface of the gem. This faceting technique creates exceptional light reflection and adds visual texture that sets checkerboard cut gemstones apart from traditional faceted stones.
Popular Gemstones with Checkerboard Faceting
The checkerboard cut is commonly used for transparent gemstones such as amethyst, citrine, topaz, quartz, and garnet. This style works especially well with stones that have good clarity, allowing the intricate faceting pattern to produce maximum brilliance and sparkle.
Checkerboard Gems for Jewelry
Checkerboard cut gemstones are excellent for rings, earrings, pendants, and bracelets. Their textured crown reflects light beautifully, creating a distinctive appearance that stands out in both classic and contemporary jewelry designs.
Loose Checkerboard Cut Gems
Buying loose checkerboard gemstones allows jewelers and collectors to select the exact size, color, and gem variety needed for custom jewelry. Loose stones also make it easier to match gemstones for earrings or coordinated jewelry sets.
Wide Range of Colors and Gem Types
Our checkerboard gemstones are available in a wide range of colors, from vibrant purples and blues to warm yellows, greens, and reds. With many gem types and shapes available, it is easy to find the perfect stone for any jewelry project.
Quality Natural Gems from Trusted Sources
GemSelect offers only genuine gemstones sourced from reputable deposits around the world. Every gemstone is carefully inspected and any treatments are fully disclosed, ensuring transparency and confidence for every purchase.
Learn more about gemstone cuts, properties, and care in our Gemstone Information Pages.
FAQs
What are checkerboard gemstones?
Checkerboard gemstones are stones cut with a distinctive grid-like faceting pattern on the crown. This style increases light reflection and creates a sparkling, textured appearance.
Which gemstones are available in checkerboard cut?
Many transparent gemstones can be cut in the checkerboard style, including amethyst, citrine, quartz, topaz, garnet, and other colorful gem varieties.
Are checkerboard cut gemstones natural?
Yes, the checkerboard cut refers to the faceting style. The gemstones themselves are natural, although some may receive common treatments that are always disclosed.
Why choose a checkerboard cut gemstone?
The checkerboard cut adds visual depth and sparkle to a gemstone. Its unique faceting pattern creates a modern look that stands out in jewelry designs.
Are checkerboard gemstones suitable for rings?
Yes, many checkerboard cut gemstones are durable enough for rings, especially stones like quartz, topaz, and garnet. Durability depends on the specific gem type.
Can I buy loose checkerboard gemstones online?
Yes, GemSelect offers a wide selection of loose checkerboard gemstones in many colors, sizes, and shapes, making it easy to find the perfect stone for custom jewelry.
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Absolutely love the website, selection and products. Can you guys add a gemstones with inclusions tab. I like those it'd be nice to have them all in one place but i do understand it would be alot of work to go through and categorize them. Thank you anyways
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I visited several online loose stone shops trying to find rare stones. I finally found one that I've been looking for here, and very satisfied. Looking forward to receive the item in 3 weeks.
